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MalfunctionDTW

QUANTUM LEVEL SENSOR 2.0M - SINGLE HEAD

Received Oct 17, 2024 · Event occurred Aug 19, 2024

Report 3006073153-2024-00067 · MDR key 20470898

Device

Generic name

Level Sensor

Model number

QLS1-200

Catalog number

51-000069-00

Product problems

  • Device Sensing Problem
  • Device Sensing Problem

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

SAFE FLOW ALARM STARTED 'FLICKERING' ON AND OFF, AFTER CIRCULATING FLUID FOR AROUND 1.5HR. THE PERFUSIONIST OPTED TO REPLACE THE LEVEL SENSOR BEFORE GOING ON BYPASS.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

SENSOR TESTED NO FAULT COULD BE REPRODUCED. SENSOR RETURNED TO LTD FOR INVESTIGATION. SENSOR RECALIBRATED AND FIRMWARE UPDATE BY LTD.

Description of Event or Problem

SAFE FLOW ALARM STARTED 'FLICKERING' ON AND OFF, AFTER CIRCULATING FLUID FOR AROUND 1.5HR. THE PERFUSIONIST OPTED TO REPLACE THE LEVEL SENSOR BEFORE GOING ON BYPASS.